Located in Nelson County, Kentucky, the small town of Boston has seen a concerning level of crime in recent years. According to statistics, the violent crime rate in Boston is significantly lower than the national average, sitting at only 7 per 1,000 residents compared to the US average of 22.7. However, property crime is a much bigger issue in this community, with a rate of 16.1 compared to the national average of 35.4. This means that while residents may feel relatively safe from violent crimes, they must still take precautions to protect their belongings. Despite these statistics, the town is working towards creating a safer environment for its citizens, with law enforcement and community initiatives aiming to decrease crime rates and create a more peaceful community for all.
Crime is ranked on a scale of 1 (low crime) to 100 (high crime)
Boston violent crime is 7.0. (The US average is 22.7)
Boston property crime is 16.1. (The US average is 35.4)
NOTE: The city of Boston, Kentucky does not have FBI Crime Statistics. The closest similar sized city with FBI crime data is the city of Lebanon Junction, Kentucky. The charts below are detailed crime statistics for the city of Lebanon Junction, Kentucky. Click links below to see charts for each crime category.